December weather forecastGainesville, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the final month in the calendar, ushers in winter in Gainesville. A considerable amount of snow marks the season's arrival, with a measurement of 1.61in. The charm of Christmas is complemented by the chilly weather and snow-capped landscapes. Despite the cold winters, the month sees festive cheer from the holidays. All in all, December offers a frosty yet festive end to the year in Gainesville.Temperature
During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). In Gainesville, an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is recorded during December nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Gainesville.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gainesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gainesville, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Gainesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Gainesville, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and December (5mi).
